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State Parks: Madison Lake

c/o Deer Creek State Park
20635 Waterloo Road
Mt. Sterling, Ohio 43143-9501
(740) 869-3124
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Location & description:

Madison Lake is small and peaceful area lying within the vast Darby Plains of Ohio.

Boating:

• Ideal for sailboats, row boats and canoes
• Launch ramp provided
• Electric motors only are permitted on the lake

Fishing & hunting:

• Fish species include bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish and bullhead
• North end of the lake is a designated hunting area for migratory game birds only
• Valid Ohio fishing and/or hunting license required

Picnic areas:

• Picnic areas with shelterhouses available
• Tables, grills, playground and latrines provided
• Shelterhouses are available on a first-come, first-served basis

Trails:

• 1/2-mile hiking trail through woodlands and along the lakeshore

Swimming:

• 300-foot sand beach
• Changing booths and latrines provided

Area attractions:

• Deer Creek State Park
• Big Darby Wildlife Area
• Bigelow Cemetery and Smith Cemetery state nature preserves